War on Terror — Glossary

A situation where no single state or coalition dominates others, maintaining stability through power equilibrium.

Winston Churchill’s style of resolute, inspiring leadership during crises, especially World War II.

Using threats or limited force to persuade an adversary to change its behavior without full-scale war.

A strategy that prevents [Aggression](https://modeldiplomat.com/learn/glossary/aggression) by threatening credible and severe retaliation.

Fukuyama's argument that liberal democracy may represent the final form of human government after ideological evolution.

An informal arrangement among major powers to manage international order and prevent conflict through cooperation.

An organized rebellion aimed at overthrowing or undermining a government through irregular warfare tactics.

An informal arrangement where great powers cooperate to maintain international order and prevent conflict.

A group of states whose primary security concerns are interlinked, forming a distinct regional security environment.

Situation where actions by a state to increase its security cause insecurity in others, leading to arms races or conflict.